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B Student Podcast

The B Student Podcast is hosted by Betsy Gardner, the President and CEO of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. The podcast focuses on exploring the "B side" of influential and dynamic professionals.Just like the B-side of a record, where deeper, more personal passions often live, this podcast highlights the less publicized yet deeply impactful aspects of these individuals" work and lives. Betsy brings her extensive experience as a CEO, speaker, consultant, and executive coach to dive into

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32. Why Most Professionals Struggle to Get Noticed...

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2026/01/07

Season Two of the B-Student Podcast is officially here — and this episode marks a major milestone.In this powerful and reflective conversation, Betsy is joined by Addison Cursey, longtime collaborator, former Chief Marketing Officer of the Winter Park Chamber, and now the podcast’s resident correspondent on the mindset of young professionals in today’s workplace.Together, they unpack why the B-Student Podcast has resonated so deeply with listeners and viewers, what it means to deliver mentorship at

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31. We Hit 1 Million Views in Under a Year — The...

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2025/12/17

In this special year-end episode of the B-Student Podcast, Betsy sits down with the producers behind the show, Carlos and Carolina Flores, founders of Hi Hello Labs, to unpack the power of podcasting, branding, and clear messaging in a noisy digital world.2025 has been the “year of millions” for the B-Student Podcast. Together, the team crossed a huge milestone of 1 million YouTube views in under a year. In this conversation, they go behind the scenes on how the show launched, why they shifted from

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30. From Refugee to Congress: Stephanie Murphy on...

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2025/12/10

In this episode of The B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner, president of the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, sits down with former U.S. Representative Stephanie Murphy for a powerful conversation on belonging, bipartisanship, and the future of American communities.Stephanie shares her remarkable journey from escaping communist Vietnam as a six-month-old baby on a boat, to being rescued by the U.S. Navy, growing up in rural Virginia, working at the Department of Defense after 9/11, and eventually

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29. How to Build Trust in a World That Moves Fast —...

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2025/12/03

Loyalty might sound old-fashioned, but in an AI-enabled world, it’s quickly becoming one of the most powerful “unautomatable” skills you can have. In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, we sit down with attorney and community leader Laura Walda, shareholder at Lowndes, to explore what loyalty really looks like in law, leadership, friendship, and civic life.Laura shares her journey from growing up in Indiana and working in state government to becoming a law partner, board chair, mom, and deeply

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28. Dress Smarter, Lead Stronger: Fashion Tips from...

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2025/11/19

What you wear is a message. In this B-Student Study Abroad episode, host Betsy Gardner sits down in London with Fiona Rubie — fashion stylist and brand consultant, former Fashion Director at BOAT International, and former Senior Fashion Editor at Harper’s Bazaar UK and InStyle UK. With credits spanning Eva Green, Linda Evangelista, and brand work for Graff, Monica Vinader, and Bergdorf Goodman, Fiona shows how style can build trust, credibility, and presence.In this Episode you’ll learn:• How to

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27. Juliet Mayhew’s Playbook for Influence,...

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2025/11/12

Give first. Get later. In this B-Student Study Abroad episode, host Betsy Gardner sits down in London with her longtime friend Juliet Mayhew — actress turned event and lifestyle imaginator, philanthropist, brand personality, and cast member of Real Housewives of London — to unpack the “give first” mindset that can transform your work, your network, and your life.You’ll hear Juliet’s global story from Queensland to London, what fearless generosity looks like in action, and how simple encouragement

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26. 10 London Must-Dos + Life Lessons You’ll Actually...

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2025/11/05

Welcome back to The B-Student Podcast with your host Betsy Gardner — where we explore the B-Side of people’s stories: the lessons, curiosities, and moments that shape who we become and how we show up in life, leadership, and business.In this special Study Abroad episode, Betsy takes us to London, England, her former home and one of the cities that most transformed her personally and professionally. She shares her Top 10 things to do in London — from hidden museums and cozy theaters to parks, pubs,

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25. 16 Pieces Every Man Needs with Craig Delongy |...

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2025/10/29

If you want to look sharp, scale a business, and lead with gut and grit, this one is for you. Betsy sits down with menswear icon Craig DeLongy, founder of John Craig Clothier with eight Florida locations, to unpack the B-side of his 30-year journey from a single Park Avenue shop to a statewide brand known for service, style, and community. Award-winning retailer behind John Craig Clothier in Winter Park, Naples, Jupiter, Ponte Vedra, Ocala, and more. Recognized by industry and local publications for

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24. The Frequency of Excellence: How to Build Habits...

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2025/10/22

How you do anything is how you do everything. In this B Student Podcast episode, host Betsy Gardner sits down with Scott Millson — U.S. Navy veteran, COO, entrepreneur, mentor and author of "The Frequency of Excellence" — to unpack the habits and mindsets that turn small details into big outcomes.From folding uniforms in boot camp to leading high-performing teams, Scott shares practical ways to “tune in” to excellence and build a meaningful second curve in life and work.In this episode you’ll

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23. Managing Up 101: Gen Z & Gen X Secrets to...

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2025/10/15

Authentic… or “plastic fantastic”? In this B-Student Podcast episode, Betsy sits down with CMO (and resident Gen Z/Millennial lens) Addison Cursey to unpack how to show up at work—without tanking your credibility. From email punctuation and dress codes to “managing up,” building trust, and navigating AI, this is a practical guide for early-career pros and the managers who lead them.What you’ll learn:Authenticity vs. professionalism: where the line actually isThe “costume party” problem of modern

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22. A Jenna’s Book Club Pick: Happy Wife Authors...

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2025/10/08

Betsy sits down with Meredith Lavender and Kendall Shores, authors of the bestselling Winter Park–set thriller The Happy Wife. We dig into what animates their story and how those same skills make you better at business and with AI: curiosity, collaboration, belonging, and choosing creativity over fear.We talk about:Turning a sense of place into a page-turnerWriting partners, failure tolerance, and “fun over perfect”Curiosity as a superpower for better AI promptsBelonging, imposter feelings, and

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21. Bourbon & Business Success with Paul Twyford,...

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2025/10/01

What does it really take to build something from nothing? In this episode, Betsy sits down with entrepreneur and craft distiller Paul Twyford, co-founder of Winter Park Distilling Company, to unpack the unglamorous, real-world path from door-to-door dry cleaning to award-winning bourbon.Paul shares the cheat codes he wishes he had at 28: start with the problem, say yes more often, build relationships that outlast trends, and develop the grit to keep knocking after nine doors slam in your face. We

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20. The Truth About Zoning, Housing & Exclusion in...

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2025/09/24

In this special live-recorded episode of the B-Student Podcast, we welcome Dr. Yoni Appelbaum—historian, Harvard lecturer, Deputy Executive Editor at The Atlantic, and author of Stuck: How the Privileged and the Property Broke the Engine of American Opportunity.Hosted at Hi Hello Labs with a live studio audience, this conversation unpacks one of the most pressing issues of our time: housing as the battleground of belonging. From the origins of zoning laws to the unintended consequences of

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19. Why Gen Z Doesn’t Want Leadership Roles and What...

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2025/09/17

In this episode of B-Student Podcast, Betsy sits down again with Addison, Chief Marketing Officer at the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, to continue a candid, funny, and practical conversation on navigating Gen X–Gen Z dynamics at work.We talk about:Why humor (yes, even the “how do I open this PDF?” moment) can bridge generations without belittling anyoneThe real “cheat codes” early-career pros can use to become indispensable — technical competency, reliability, and good judgmentThe ego reset from

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18. Gen Z in Congress: Rep. Maxwell Frost on...

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2025/09/10

Welcome back to the B-Student Podcast! Today, Betsy sits down with Congressman Maxwell Frost, the youngest member ever elected to the United States House of Representatives, to talk about the B-side of his record. This episode isn’t about politics—it’s about resilience, hustle, and the journey behind the headlines.From driving Uber during his campaign, working shifts at Olive Garden, and launching grassroots movements at just 15 years old, to navigating intergenerational leadership in Washington,

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17. Personal Branding Made Simple: Phil Pallen on...

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2025/09/03

In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with world-renowned brand strategist and content creator Phil Pallen to uncover the B-side of branding, AI, and… watches.Phil has worked with over 400 clients across 30+ countries, is a trusted advisor for Adobe, and helps entrepreneurs, creators, and small businesses show up consistently both online and offline. In this candid conversation, you’ll learn:What a personal brand really is—and why it matters more than everHow to show

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16. Woman of Influence 2025: Karen Moreno on...

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2025/08/27

In this powerful episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy sits down with Karen Moreno, owner of The Bar Method Winter Park and recipient of the Woman of Influence 2025 award. Karen’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and community — and it’s packed with lessons every leader and entrepreneur can apply.From starting out as a teacher and full-time mom, to relaunching her career as a business owner, Karen proves that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself. She shares how a chance encounter

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15. Building a Real Estate Brand Through Community &...

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2025/08/20

How do you turn an online community into real business?In this episode of the B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with Trevor Brown, a dynamic realtor with Fannie Hillman and Associates in Winter Park, Florida. Trevor shares how he went from an advertising career to disrupting the real estate game by building community, showing up consistently on social media, and converting connections into clients.From the “cringe” of his very first video to building a following of over 35,000, Trevor

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14. Gen Z vs Gen X: Real Talk on Leadership, Respect...

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2025/08/13

What happens when a Gen X CEO and a Gen Z CMO join forces to build something big? In this episode of B Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with her collaborator and Chief Marketing Officer, Addison Cursey, for a real conversation on navigating multigenerational leadership in the modern workplace.From decoding communication differences to wardrobe hacks that build credibility, this episode is packed with funny, vulnerable, and incredibly practical insight into how professionals from

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13. Leadership Without Ego: A Conversation with Bob...

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2025/08/06

In this episode of The B-Student Podcast, host Betsy Gardner sits down with the incomparable Bob Jimenez, founder and gallerist of Solana Fine Art Gallery and a former executive with The Walt Disney Company, Cox Enterprises, and AdventHealth.Together, they explore the power of authenticity and curiosity as foundational traits for impactful leadership, crisis communication, and purpose-driven networking. Bob shares insights from his decades of experience in corporate affairs, including actionable

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